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RDY RDS/RBDS Generator

Overview

With uncompromised digital processing of RDS data, the RDY RDS/RBDS Generator offers a state of the art digital broadcast quality RDS encoder according to the EN50067/62106 standard.

The RDS databank and management software completes the RDY system offering an advanced but easy to  maintain RDS network. The RDS databank and management software can be adapted to the broadcasters need.

This combination of high-end technology and advanced functionality makes the RDY RDS Generator the perfect companion for professional broadcasters.

All of IDC’s long and extensive experience in broadcast and cable headend networks was utilized for the development of the RDY and resulted in a full digital RDS encoder based on the latest 32 bit Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology. 

The RDY RDS Generator has a full implementation of the UECP Version 7.05 protocol and is accessible over one of the serial RS-232 ports on the rear side, a serial RS-232 port on the front side or over an optional IP port. It also offers front side control by keypad and display. The onboard memory preserves the RDS settings even after a signal and/or power loss.

Database and Management

The optional available RDS databank and management software offers full remote control of the RDY RDS Generator over an UECP and/or IP connection. The advanced database software is capable of managing all RDS parameters like EON, MEC access rights, TDC, ODA Buffers, Configuration and many more. As every broadcasters has it’s specific demands the RDS database and management software can be offered tailor made. 

Features

  • 32 bit Digital Signal Processing technology
  • UECP V 7.05 compliant
  • Double inputs and outputs for UECP, MPX , 19 kHz and 57 kHz
  • Extensive supervisor function for system performance with logging capabilities
  • 4 user definable inputs and 7 user definable outputs
  • Front panel control and remote controllable over TCP/IP or RS-232
  • Controllable over RDS database and management software
  • Supports RDS and RBDS

Applications

IDC offers a diverse portfolio of products and solutions for the world’s premiere broadcasters in radio, video, digital cinema and data networks. As industry innovators, our product evolution has involved the acquisition of key technologies previously marketed under the Tiernan, PROfline and Logic Innovation brands. Looking ahead, we will continue to innovate and to serve our key broadcast markets as a single worldwide brand, International Datacasting Corporation (IDC). Information for all IDC products can be found under these applications:

Broadcast Radio

As the pioneers of audio delivery via DVB satellite networks, IDC has over 20 years of experience distributing radio content with an installed base of over 25,000 sites. IDC is proud to include some of the world’s largest broadcasters as long-time clients.
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Broadcast Video

Responsible for the first ever HD network broadcast in the United States, IDC has 15 years of experience in delivering professional video encoding platforms with over 5,000 installations worldwide. Major television broadcasters count on IDC.
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Digital Cinema

With nearly a decade of experience in digital cinema, IDC is the leader in digital cinema content distribution worldwide, with over 4,000 installations.  We offer state-of-the art products and solutions covering 2D and 3D content, DCP delivery via satellite, and high frame rate capabilities.
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Broadcast Data

With more than 150 broadcast data networks deployed worldwide, IDC has been a pioneer in DVB datacasting technologies for over 15 years. Customers rely on IDC for timely and secure delivery of their high bandwidth data for large networks.
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